1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | Argento Viva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
